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University guide 2015: Medway School of Pharmacyhttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2014/jun/01/universityguide-medway-school-of-pharmacy
Our at-a-glance guide to the Medway School of Pharmacy<p>The Medway School of Pharmacy – a collaboration between the University of Greenwich and the University of Kent –&nbsp;opened in 2004 and has since been recognised as an established school of pharmacy. It offers a range of degrees, from foundation to Master's level, in subjects including applied bioscience technology, pharmacy, and pharmacology and physiology.</p><p>The School is based at Chatham Maritime, on an Edwardian campus that was once used as a Royal Navy barracks – the library was once a drilling hall. Inside its ivy-clad buildings you'll find the most cutting-edge medical technology and research projects. </p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/education/2014/jun/01/universityguide-medway-school-of-pharmacy">Continue reading...</a>EducationHigher educationStudentsUniversity guideMedway School of PharmacySun, 01 Jun 2014 22:58:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2014/jun/01/universityguide-medway-school-of-pharmacyGuardian Staff2014-06-01T22:58:00ZUniversity guide 2015: Hull York Medical Schoolhttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2014/jun/01/universityguide-hull-york-medical-school
Our at-a-glance guide to Hull York Medical School<p>The Hull York Medical School (HYMS) is a partnership between the Universities of Hull and York, which was established in 2003. </p><p>As well as offering a medical degree, HYMS has a diverse programme of intercalated degrees open to its students and those from other medical, dental and veterinary schools. Options range from biomechanics to fertility, and medical ethics to neuroscience and sport rehabilitation.</p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/education/2014/jun/01/universityguide-hull-york-medical-school">Continue reading...</a>EducationUniversity guideHigher educationStudentsHull York Medical SchoolSun, 01 Jun 2014 22:58:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2014/jun/01/universityguide-hull-york-medical-schoolHull York Medical SchoolAs well as offering a medical degree, HYMS runs a diverse programme of intercalated degrees. Photograph: Hull York Medical SchoolHull York Medical SchoolHull York Medical School Photograph: Hull York Medical SchoolGuardian Staff2014-06-01T22:58:00ZUniversity guide 2015: London School of Economics and Political Sciencehttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-london-school-economics-political-science
Our at-a-glance guide to the London School of Economics and Political Science<p>The LSE is the only university in the UK specialising in the study of social sciences and has a worldwide reputation in the field. The world's largest social sciences library is housed here. Of the 9,000 or so students, half are postgraduates and only about a third are from the UK, making for the largest proportion of overseas students at any university in the world. LSE students have a reputation for being academic and determined; the fact that the university library has a borrowing rate four times the national average speaks volumes. Graduates enjoy top employment rates and starting salaries. The school is located in the heart of London, just over the road from King's College London, with which it enjoys a traditional rivalry. It's close to the amenities of the West End, the river and Bloomsbury.</p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-london-school-economics-political-science">Continue reading...</a>University guideLondon School of Economics and Political ScienceHigher educationStudentsEducationUniversity of LondonSat, 31 May 2014 23:40:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-london-school-economics-political-scienceFrank BaronThe Lionel Robbins library at the London School of Economics. Photograph: Frank Baron for the GuardianFrank BaronThe Lionel Robbins library at the London School of Economics shows the university's glamorous side, but 41% of its lecture theatres and classrooms have been deemed unsuitable for current use. Photograph: Frank BaronGuardian Staff2014-05-31T23:40:00ZUniversity guide 2015: University of Londonhttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2010/jan/28/university-guide-university-of-london
Our at-a-glance guide to the University of London<p>The University of London is a federation made up of 18 self-governing colleges of outstanding reputation, together with a range of prestigious central academic bodies and activities. The colleges are: Birkbeck University of London, the Central School of Speech and Drama, Courtauld Institute of Art, Goldsmiths University of London, Heythrop College, the Institute of Cancer Research, the Institute of Education University of London, King's College London, the London Business School, the London School of Economics and Political Science, the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, Queen Mary University of London, Royal Academy of Music, Royal Holloway University of London, the Royal Veterinary College, St George's University of London, the School of Oriental and African Studies, and University College London. There are more than 120,000 students in total, plus another 45,000 on distance learning courses.</p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/education/2010/jan/28/university-guide-university-of-london">Continue reading...</a>University guideHigher educationStudentsUniversity of LondonSat, 31 May 2014 23:01:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2010/jan/28/university-guide-university-of-londonPublic domainRoyal Holloway forms part of the University of LondonPublic domainGuardian Staff2014-05-31T23:01:00ZUniversity guide 2015: Leeds College of Arthttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2013/jul/18/universityguide-leeds-college-of-art
Our at-a-glance guide to Leeds College of Art<p>Leeds College of Art can be traced back to 1842, when the Leeds Mechanics' Institute merged with the Literary Institute to form the Leeds School of Art. The college was awarded higher education institution status in 2011. Degrees offered at the college include fashion, fine art, animation, creative advertising, photography and illustration, along with its nationally recognised foundation diploma. Leeds College of Art consistently ranks as one of the highest regarded independent art colleges in the UK. </p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/education/2013/jul/18/universityguide-leeds-college-of-art">Continue reading...</a>Leeds College of ArtStudentsHigher educationUniversity guideEducationThu, 18 Jul 2013 15:21:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2013/jul/18/universityguide-leeds-college-of-artAdrian RayLeeds has a strong culture of creativity.
Photograph: Adrian RayAdrian RayLeeds College of Art profile picture Photograph: Adrian RayGuardian Staff2013-07-18T15:21:00ZUniversity guide 2014: the College of Estate Managementhttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2013/jun/07/universityguide-uni-college-of-estate-management
Our at-a-glance guide to the College of Estate Management<p>Founded in 1919, the College of Estate Management (CEM) provides supported online learning courses for real estate and construction professionals.<br /> <br />Our construction and real estate related courses are at undergraduate and postgraduate level. Most courses are accredited or recognised by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, the Chartered Institute of Building and British Council of Shopping Centres.<br /> <br />In 2012 CEM was granted taught degree awarding powers, which came into effect on 1 January 2013. Our new CEM-validated degrees started in autumn 2013 and our new postgraduate offer will start in September 2014.<br /> <br />All CEM degree programmes are taught through supported online learning, so students can study in their own time. A structured online study programme with guidance from experienced tutors is provided so there's no need to attend lectures or classes. All learning materials are accessible through CEM's virtual learning environment, a specialised online resource.</p><p><strong>Fees</strong></p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/education/2013/jun/07/universityguide-uni-college-of-estate-management">Continue reading...</a>University guideEducationHigher educationStudentsFri, 07 Jun 2013 14:40:20 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2013/jun/07/universityguide-uni-college-of-estate-managementPRCollege of Estate Management campus in BerkshirePRCollege of estate managementGuardian Staff2013-06-07T14:40:20ZUniversity guide 2015: University of the West of England, Bristolhttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-west-england-bristol
Our at-a-glance guide to the University of the West of England, Bristol<p>UWE Bristol continues to develop its main campus at Frenchay. Students are drawn from a wide range of backgrounds, and the university is keen to take on students with a broad range of qualifications and experience. Partnerships with employers, including formal arrangements with the BBC and Hewlett Packard, mean the graduate employment record is consistently impressive and the university is running its own unique graduate development programme. The three campuses are spread across the lovely city of Bristol, which is the largest city in the south-west, with an impressive music scene and cultural life, and gorgeous historic buildings. It's very student-friendly and many first-time visitors instantly fall in love with it.</p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-west-england-bristol">Continue reading...</a>University guideUniversity of the West of EnglandHigher educationStudentsEducationBristolTue, 04 Jun 2013 01:30:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-west-england-bristolPublic domainGuardian Staff2013-06-04T01:30:00ZUniversity guide 2015: New College of the Humanitieshttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2012/may/22/university-guide-uni-new-college-humanities
Our at-a-glance guide to the New College of the Humanities<p>New College of the Humanities is an independent university-level college that opened its doors for the first time in September 2012. The college is smaller than most universities with a student-staff ratio of 10:1. NCH offers undergraduate courses in economics, English, history, law, philosophy, and politics and international relations. In addition to a single-honours degree, all students study four modules from another degree course (or or art history or classical studies) as a contextual course, together with three core courses: applied ethics, logic and critical thinking, and science literacy, plus the college's professional programme. Contextual module options include the possibility of studying PPE and PPH programmes.</p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/education/2012/may/22/university-guide-uni-new-college-humanities">Continue reading...</a>University guideNew College of the HumanitiesHigher educationEducationStudentsTue, 04 Jun 2013 00:30:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2012/may/22/university-guide-uni-new-college-humanitiesPRBedford Square, New College of the HumanitiesPRBedford Square, New College of the HumanitiesGuardian Staff2013-06-04T00:30:00ZUniversity guide 2015: University of Worcesterhttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-worcester
Our at-a-glance guide to the University of Worcester<p>Worcester is one of the fastest-growing universities in Britain. Even with the change to tuition fees, applications have remained buoyant against a falling national picture. There are currently more than 10,000 students at Worcester.</p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-worcester">Continue reading...</a>University guideUniversity of WorcesterHigher educationStudentsEducationTue, 04 Jun 2013 00:20:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-worcesterPRPRUniversity of Worcester, city campusGuardian Staff2013-06-04T00:20:00ZUniversity guide 2015: University of Yorkhttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-york
Our at-a-glance guide to the University of York<p>York opened in 1963, part of the new wave of British universities, and since then has gone on to secure its place as one of the best places in the country to study. It enjoys a collegiate system similar to Oxbridge, though the divisions don't seem to be as rigid (college spirit runs high but teaching is across the university). Most students are based on the landscaped campus on the outskirts of the city. The 60s concrete buildings might be an acquired taste, but you'll probably end up quite fond of them; in any case, the wide grassy spaces and leafy interludes, not to mention the large lake, take the edge off. The campus expansion of a new college and four academic departments is only a short stroll away.</p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-york">Continue reading...</a>University guideUniversity of YorkHigher educationStudentsEducationTue, 04 Jun 2013 00:20:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-yorkPublic DomainGuardian Staff2013-06-04T00:20:00ZUniversity guide 2015: Writtle Collegehttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-writtle-coll
Our at-a-glance guide to Writtle College<p><br />Founded in 1893, Writtle is one of the longest-established specialist colleges in the UK. A distinctive character and an international reputation for the quality of its graduates and academic experts ensure that the college is highly regarded throughout the professions that it serves.</p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-writtle-coll">Continue reading...</a>University guideWrittle CollegeHigher educationStudentsEducationTue, 04 Jun 2013 00:20:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-writtle-collPRWrittle College students enjoying a strollGuardian Staff2013-06-04T00:20:00ZUniversity guide 2015: York St John Universityhttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-york-st-john-uni
Our at-a-glance guide to York St John University<p>York St John University descends from two Victorian Anglican teacher training colleges. Over the last 168 years, it has gone through various incarnations, and gained full university status in 2006. Its courses have diversified a bit, too, though you can, of course, still train to teach here. There are approximately 6,000 students and around half of them are over 21. There's also a male to female ratio of 30:70. The campus is located literally a stone's throw from York Minster, the stunning medieval cathedral where the graduation ceremonies take place. All other amenities of this charming and compact city centre are on your doorstep.</p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-york-st-john-uni">Continue reading...</a>University guideYork St John UniversityHigher educationStudentsEducationTue, 04 Jun 2013 00:20:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-york-st-john-uniPublic domainGuardian Staff2013-06-04T00:20:00ZUniversity guide 2015: University of London International Programmeshttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2012/may/01/university-guide-university-of-london-international-programmes
Our at-a-glance guide to the University of London International Programmes<p><a href="http://www.londoninternational.ac.uk/">University of London International Programmes</a> is part of the University of London, and was set up 150 years ago to enable students around the world to gain a University of London degree through distance and flexible study.</p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/education/2012/may/01/university-guide-university-of-london-international-programmes">Continue reading...</a>University of London International ProgrammesUniversity guideUniversity of LondonInternational studentsHigher educationStudentsTue, 04 Jun 2013 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2012/may/01/university-guide-university-of-london-international-programmesPRSenate House, University of LondonGuardian Staff2013-06-04T00:15:00ZUniversity guide 2015: University of Westminsterhttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-westminster
Our at-a-glance guide to the University of Westminster<p>The University of Westminster is in the heart of London and Harrow, and has a distinguished 170-year history. It attracts more than 20,000 students from 150 different countries. A wide range of Westminster's courses are independently rated as excellent, and the university's research leads the way in many areas including art and design, electronic engineering, and media. Internationalisation, employability and sustainability are key elements of the university's vision for the future.</p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-westminster">Continue reading...</a>University guideUniversity of WestminsterHigher educationStudentsEducationTue, 04 Jun 2013 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-westminsterPRGuardian Staff2013-06-04T00:15:00ZUniversity guide 2015: University of West Londonhttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-thames-valley-uni
Our at-a-glance guide to the University of West London<p>Employer engagement is at the heart of the University of West London's strategic direction. It has one of the best employment rates in the country with 94% of students in work within six months of graduating, according to the latest stats. </p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-thames-valley-uni">Continue reading...</a>University guideUniversity of West LondonHigher educationStudentsEducationTue, 04 Jun 2013 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-thames-valley-uniPhilip Hardman Photography/Philip Hardman PhotographyGuardian Staff2013-06-04T00:15:00ZUniversity guide 2015: University College Londonhttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uc-london
Our at-a-glance guide to University College London<p>UCL is consistently ranked among the best universities in the world, with an emphasis on innovative teaching and research excellence (it got its 21st Nobel prize in 2009). Its alumni include Gandhi, Alexander Graham Bell and, of course, Coldplay. Its Bloomsbury base is convenient for all of central London, and is famous for its literary and educational heritage. At least 50% of staff were ranked as of world-leading quality or internationally excellent in the latest research assessment exercise (2008). UCL has expertise in a broad range of disciplines, and places an emphasis on crossing traditional subject boundaries to provide teaching, skills and solutions relevant to today's global issues.</p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uc-london">Continue reading...</a>University guideUCL (University College London)Higher educationStudentsEducationUniversity of LondonTue, 04 Jun 2013 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uc-londonPRGuardian Staff2013-06-04T00:15:00ZUniversity guide 2015: University of Winchesterhttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-winchester
Our at-a-glance guide to the University of Winchester<p>Winchester is a fairly small university, with approximately 3,000 full-time students and a similar number on part-time courses, which makes for a friendly, informal environment where students are free to develop as individuals. Its long history as a teacher training college means that education is still a focus, but there is a wide range of other degrees on offer, too. Winchester is a lovely cathedral city with a refined atmosphere, excellent shopping, and great pubs, cafes and restaurants to suit all tastes.</p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-winchester">Continue reading...</a>University guideUniversity of WinchesterHigher educationStudentsEducationTue, 04 Jun 2013 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-winchesterPublic domainGuardian Staff2013-06-04T00:15:00ZUniversity guide 2015: University of Warwickhttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-warwick
Our at-a-glance guide to the University of Warwick<p>The first fact you should know about Warwick is that it's not in Warwick. It actually lies about three miles outside the centre of Coventry and on the border of Warwickshire. Warwick itself does have its own castle, though, so you might like to go there for a day trip. Coventry has all the other mod cons you require, though the modern (well, modern in the 1960s) main campus is charming and very well equipped. Consistently rated among the best universities in the country, Warwick is something of a leader in the academic field, with innovative approaches to community involvement and widening participation.</p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-warwick">Continue reading...</a>University guideUniversity of WarwickHigher educationStudentsEducationTue, 04 Jun 2013 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-warwickPublic domainPublic domainGuardian Staff2013-06-04T00:15:00ZUniversity guide 2015: University of Ulsterhttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-ulster
Our at-a-glance guide to the University of Ulster<p>The University of Ulster is home to 25,000 local, national and international students, spread over four campuses, in Belfast, Coleraine, Jordanstown and Magee (Derry). Additionally, there are approximately 5,000 students currently studying for Ulster-accredited qualifications at other institutions or via its e-learning provision. There are more than 3,500 international students from 90 different countries.</p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-ulster">Continue reading...</a>University guideUniversity of UlsterHigher educationStudentsEducationTue, 04 Jun 2013 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-ulsterPublic domainPublic domainGuardian Staff2013-06-04T00:15:00ZUniversity guide 2015: University of the West of Scotlandhttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-west-scotland
Our at-a-glance guide to the University of the West of Scotland<p>The University of the West of Scotland was formed in August 2007 by the merging of the University of Paisley with Bell College. The university operates over four campuses in the south and south-west of Scotland, offering higher education to local people, and giving students from outside the area a chance to live in a lovely part of the country. UWS has campuses in Ayr, Dumfries, Hamilton and Paisley, which is six miles from Glasgow. The university is one of Scotland's most vocational higher education institutions, boasting strong links with industrial and commercial partners. Students can take the option of a year's paid work placement as part of many degrees.</p> <a href="http://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-west-scotland">Continue reading...</a>University guideUniversity of the West of ScotlandHigher educationStudentsEducationTue, 04 Jun 2013 00:15:00 GMThttp://www.theguardian.com/education/2009/may/10/universityguide-uni-west-scotlandSNS Group Craig Watson/SNS Group 0141 221 3602SNS Group Craig Watson/SNS Group 0141 221 3602University of the West of Scotland, Ayr campus Photograph: SNS Group Craig Watson/SNS Group 0141 221 3602Guardian Staff2013-06-04T00:15:00Z